Francis "Frank" Roth

He was born Francis Bernard Roth on September 16, 1943 in Shamokin, Pennsylvania to Frank J. Roth and Ann Targonski Roth who have pre-deceased him. Frank was the oldest of their seven children. He is survived by his wife of fifty-four years, Patricia (McNaul) Roth and three children: Frank J. (Maureen) Roth of Clarkston, Michigan, Patrick J. (Kathleen) Roth of Painted Post, New York, and JoAnne Somerville of Washington, Pennsylvania. Surviving also are eight grandchildren: Shane, Justin and Joseph Somerville, and Aiden, Frank W. Amanda, Bailey and McKenna Roth as well as three great-grandchildren, Autumn, Michael and Emmaleigh. Frank is also survived by brothers, John (Gayle) Roth and Richard (Michelle) Roth as well as sisters, Marie (Greg) Harvey, Ellen Roth, Anne Hollenbach and Edna Wenrich. He is also survived by his in-laws Jared, David, and Michael (Diane) McNaul, Emma (Patrick) Moore, Bridget (William) Ferrando, and Elma (Dennis) McCartney. Frank leaves behind numerous nieces and nephews

Following graduation in 1961 from Sunbury High School, Frank joined the United States Army as a Medical Specialist in the 417th Medical Company. He spent most of his service time in Germany. After Frank left the Army, he attended Lock Haven State College graduating in 1970 with a Bachelor of Science in Physical Education. He earned a Master’s in Education from Elmira College in 1974.

Frank spent thirty-one years teaching Physical Education for the Addison Central School District in Addison, NY. He was recognized by the State for many of the innovations he made in the instruction of Physical Education and introduced several new programs in the District including cross-country skiing and roller blading. During his teaching career he coached several sports including soccer, wrestling, basketball and tennis.

As a teacher in the Addison district, he was best known for his role as the grievance chairman for the teacher’s union. He aggressively fought for teacher’s rights and was responsible for winning cases that set precedent law across New York State.

Frank was involved in many activities that supported children including coaching Little League. He spent countless hours teaching and coaching his own children. He was the number one fan at their games, matches and meets. He was also active in the America Legion (Honor Guard), St Ann’s Knights of Columbus, the Eagles, the Moose and NEA of NY. Frank was a diehard Steelers fan. Frank tried to get to away games because the tickets were easier to obtain.

The family is extremely grateful to Father Francis for his spiritual care to Frank and to the wonderful caregivers who have provided extraordinary care to Frank over the past nine years. They are also grateful to Concordia Hospice for their care and support.

If following guidelines of wearing masks friends will be received on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 from 3 to 5 pm and 6 to 8 pm in the Behm Funeral Home, 182 W. High St., Waynesburg, PA 15370, with a Rosary Recital at 7:45 p.m. in the funeral home. A Blessing Service will be held on Thursday, February 17, 2022 at 11:30 am in the funeral home, followed by a Mass of Christian Burial at 12 Noon in St. Ann Church of the St. Matthias Parish, 232 E. High St., Waynesburg, PA 15370, with Fr. J. Francis Frazer, celebrant. Interment will be held on Friday, February 18, 2022 at 2:00 p.m. in St. Timothy’s Roman Catholic Cemetery, Styers Cemetery, LLC, 2122 Washington Ave., Clearfield, PA 16830. The family will provide flowers and suggests in lieu of flowers, donations be made to St. Ann’s Knights of Columbus or to the American Legion Post #330, Waynesburg. Military Honors will be accorded in Waynesburg by the Greene County Honor Guard and in Clearfield by the United States Army and the American Legion. Condolences may be expressed online at www.behmfh.com.